Aquamark Commercial Window Cleaning Blog

The water-fed pole (also known as the reach-and-wash system) is a versatile and trustworthy tool when it comes to cleaning your residential and commercial windows.

It can reach heights up to 85 feet, and therefore, can reach heights that other hand-held tools cannot reach. A water-fed pole successfully enables windows to be cleaned accurately, efficiently, and safely from the ground.

If you’re thinking about using water-fed poles for the buildings you manage, here are just some of the many benefits of using the system for commercial window cleaning...

When it comes to the water-fed pole window cleaning solution, there are many myths and misconceptions. People believe it isn’t as effective as other window cleaning solutions [inset link], particularly when dealing with large commercial and residential buildings, and it is often synonymous with the reach and wash you’re likely to get at home.

According to Leonardo da Vinci “simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” – and the system of water-fed pole cleaning is a fantastic example of this. It is one of the most popular options for building cleaning because it is incredibly effective while also providing cost benefits and involving little or no disruption to the use of the building. If you’ve considered water-fed pole cleaning there are some very good reasons to opt for this type of solution.

The water-fed pole is one of the window cleaner’s most versatile and trustworthy tools. Residential and commercial window cleaners alike use it to bring sparkle to high windows that other hand-held tools cannot reach. The handy contraption can reach up to 70 feet – that’s about seven storeys!

It enables windows to be cleaned accurately, efficiently and safely from the ground, rather than the cleaner having to abseil or use a cradle or cherry picker. Here are just some of the many benefits of using the water-fed pole for commercial window cleaning.

What is pure water and how does it help commercial window cleaning?

Pure water is a popular choice for many window cleaners currently, as it is a reliable and effective alternative to chemical-filled solutions. It's not just water – it is deionised water that has been treated to remove any impurities (e.g. dissolved solids that may contaminate the water), in order to produce a more spotless clean.

Simple household tap water is often full of minerals and dissolved solid particles, which can make it difficult to achieve a flawless shine on your windows, so the water is purified to get rid of these unwanted substances.